Superintendent of Avondale School District

The Avondale Board of Education is seeking a Superintendent to begin work on July 1, 2026. The Board is assisted in the search by the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB).

Avondale is located Oakland County, serving parts of Auburn Hills, Rochester Hills, Troy, and Bloomfield Township. The district offices and high school are in Auburn Hills. Avondale prides itself as a wonderful community for people to live, work, and play. The School District serves 4,829 students with a budget of $72,650,000. Avondale is an inclusive and diverse community, striving to create a culture where every voice is heard, respected, and valued. They believe success isn't just about academic achievement; it's about personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery. They are truly a district where every student matters and every story counts. 

The Board of Education of Avondale Schools seeks a superintendent who is a strong leader, has strong financial skills, and will be an effective communicator with staff and community. The educational leader will actively work with the Board and community to set and reach goals. The new Superintendent should be an instructional leader and a creative problem solver. This educational leader should be friendly, honest, and ethical. 

Board of Education

Rita Davis, President

Lucille Washington, Vice President

Eveonne Roberts, Secretary

Chip Tischer, Treasurer

Kelly Brault, Trustee

Terry Lang, Trustee

Amanda MacCormick, Trustee

District Information:

Student Enrollment 4829

Teachers 260

Administrators 22

Support Staff and Non-Affiliated 153

Number of School buildings 8

State Foundation Funding $10,050

2025-26 General Fund Original Budget

Revenue $69,075,786

Expense $72,655,194

Audited Fund balance as of June 30, 2025:  12.97%

Non-Homestead Taxable Value $624,846,540

Non-Homestead Millage 18.0 Mills

Debt Retirement Millage 7.30 Mills

Sinking Fund Millage 0.80 Mills 

Please visit the website at https://www.avondaleschools.org/ for further information about Avondale Schools. 

Salary and Contract Information

The District will offer a competitive wage and benefit package (salary range $195,000 to $225,000) that reflects the experience and education of the candidate chosen as the next Superintendent. 

Application Procedure Interested candidates should complete and submit an online application by clicking the "Apply Now" button. 

Completed online applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on April 21, 2026. No “hard copy,” fax or emailed copies accepted. If requested by the candidate, materials will be treated confidentially through the screening process. Candidate names will become public at the time an interview is scheduled.

Questions and further information concerning the Superintendent Search Process is available from Dr. Rodney Green, Search Consultant, Michigan Association of School Boards: rodgreen11@gmail.com, 810-852-1189. 

Search Timeline

Application Deadline 4/21/2026

Application Review by Board 4/28/2026

First Round Interviews 5/2/2026

Final candidates will come to Avondale to tour the schools 5/7/2026

Open House for community and staff to meet final candidates 5/7/2026

Second Round Interviews/Opportunity for Board Selection of Superintendent 5/7/2026

Start Date 7/1/2026

Successful Superintendent Transition Workshop (Follow-up to the search) 8/11/202